May 28, 2024 By Queens Post News Team
Members of the Catholic War Veterans Post 870 paid tribute to fallen service members on Monday during their annual Memorial Day observance in a solemn procession through the heart of Woodside.
The day’s events unfolded across four Woodside locations, starting at the Vietnam War Memorial at 57th Street and Woodside Avenue. A wreath-laying ceremony marked the beginning of the tribute, with local veterans, families, and community members gathered to honor those who served.
From there, the assembly moved to the Catholic War Veterans headquarters on 61st Street just north of Roosevelt Avenue, where Post 870 hosts its regular meetings and support activities for veterans. The headquarters served as a venue for a brief service, including speeches by veteran leaders and local dignitaries, emphasizing the ongoing needs of veterans and their families.